Kingston police officer sues municipality alleging he was passed over for promotion

James Halpin
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Published: April 21, 2017

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KINGSTON — A municipal police officer on Thursday filed suit alleging he was passed over for a promotion in retaliation for filing a worker’s compensation claim.

The complaint by Pittston attorney Cynthia L. Pollick alleges George Kocher did not get promoted to detective after more than 12 years with the force because he sought compensation for a left knee injury he sustained on the job in June 2015. Kocher alleges he was told his doctor’s excuse was insufficient and that he was subsequently “harassed” because of his claim. When the detective position later became available, Kocher was refused an interview even though he was second on the list, according to the complaint.

The lawsuit seeks unspecified damages in excess of $50,000.

— JAMES HALPIN

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